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Prudential Financial, Inc.

Director, Actuary

Newark, NJ · On-site

$158K - $238K/yr

Prudential has, recently, formed a captive reinsurance company, Ironbound Re, to reinsure Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) deals. This role will support the Appointed Actuary, of the captive, in providing ...

Willis Towers Watson

Senior Risk Consultant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$130 - $175/hr

Your modelling skills will be used to help clients quantify their risk and develop risk transfer ... Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual nonelective company ...

Willis Towers Watson

Senior Risk Consultant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$130K - $175K/yr

Your modelling skills will be used to help clients quantify their risk and develop risk transfer ... Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual nonelective company ...

Prudential

Director, Actuary

Newark, NJ · Hybrid

$158K - $238K/yr

Prudential has, recently, formed a captive reinsurance company, Ironbound Re, to reinsure Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) deals. This role will support the Appointed Actuary, of the captive, in providing ...

Prudential

Account Associate (Hybrid)

Newark, NJ · Hybrid

$45K - $75K/yr

Prudential Retirement Strategies is an industry leader in the Stable Value, Pension Risk Transfer, Structured Settlements, and Retail Annuities businesses. The Structured Settlements business ...

New York Life

Stable Value Analyst

Jersey City, NJ · Hybrid

$70K - $85K/yr

Backed by New York Life's financial strength, we help organizations manage risk and provide retirement security through solutions including stable value investments and pension risk transfer. Role ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for pension risk transfer in New York is $33.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.30 and $42.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pension risk transfer?

A Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) job involves managing and executing transactions that transfer pension liabilities from corporate pension plans to insurance companies. Professionals in this role analyze pension obligations, assess risks, and structure deals to ensure financial security for plan beneficiaries. They work closely with actuaries, legal teams, and financial analysts to design solutions that reduce employer pension risks. Key responsibilities may include pricing annuity contracts, regulatory compliance, and market research.

What does a pension risk transfer do?

A typical workday in Pension Risk Transfer involves analyzing pension plan data, modeling financial scenarios, and preparing reports to support risk assessment and transaction recommendations. You’ll frequently collaborate with actuaries, legal teams, investment managers, and external partners such as insurers and plan sponsors. The role often includes participating in client meetings, managing timelines for ongoing projects, and ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the transaction process. It’s a dynamic environment that requires balancing technical analysis with effective communication and project management skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in pension risk transfer?

To thrive in Pension Risk Transfer, you need a solid background in actuarial science, finance, or mathematics, along with strong analytical skills and an understanding of pension regulations. Experience with actuarial modeling software, Excel, and relevant professional certifications (such as ASA, FSA, or CFA) are typically required. Effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are standout soft skills in this field. These competencies are essential to accurately assess pension liabilities, collaborate with stakeholders, and execute complex transactions that mitigate organizational risks.

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Infographic showing various Pension Risk Transfer job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,033 per year, or $33.2 per hour.

Sr Consulting Manager - Insurance Consulting

Cognizant Technology Solutions

New York, NY • On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Cognizant rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice-we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?
About the role
As a Consulting Principal - Insurance Consulting (Retirement & Pension), you will make an impact by helping retirement and pension clients transform their businesses across strategy, operating model, processes, and technology. You will be a valued member of the Cognizant Consulting Insurance Practice and work collaboratively with client leaders, project stakeholders, and internal consulting teams to deliver value-additive consulting engagements and build long-term trusted relationships.
In this role, you will:
  • Lead and deliver retirement and pension consulting engagements by assessing client maturity and helping transform business and operating models
  • Partner with client and Cognizant leadership to plan, scope, and execute value-additive consulting projects while managing engagement economics
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to retirement and pension clients, building strong, ethical, and long-standing working relationships
  • Support business development activities including upsell opportunities and management of RFI/RFP responses
  • Coach, develop, and inspire consulting teams while ensuring quality, relevance, and consistency of client deliverables

Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you must have to be considered
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field
  • Approximately 15+ years of experience in the retirement and pension industry
  • Hands-on experience across retirement and pension offerings such as defined contribution (DC), defined benefit (DB), annuities, NQDC, COLI, or pension risk transfer
  • Strong ethics and work ethic, with a proven track record of building trusted client relationships
  • Ability to translate client objectives into clear scope and executable tasks
  • Proven people leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

These will help you succeed
  • Advanced degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field
  • Ability to serve as a thought leader in retirement and pension industry best practices
  • Experience creating consulting mindshare such as white papers, points-of-view, and case studies
  • Experience building reusable consulting assets and practice capabilities
  • Strong presence as a people leader who motivates teams and supports career development

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Applications will be accepted until 7/31/2026
The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 - $150,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

  • 401(k) plan and contributions

  • Long-term/Short-term Disability

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

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